Communication Studies at St. Mary’s

The Department of Communication Studies develops future leaders, advocates, visual designers, writers and communicators through an interdisciplinary, international and integrated program of communication research, education, engagement and application.

Through its undergraduate program and student organizations, it focuses on understanding how information processes and communication technologies impact to local and global communities and prepares students for careers as effective and ethical communicators and leaders, with awareness of and appreciation for contemporary communication issues and with the skills and tools conducive to success across professional contexts.


Student Clubs and Activities

Communication Studies majors get involved in many activities targeted toward their career interests. This may include research, The Rattler Newspaper on campus, athletics, non-profit organizations, Mock Trial and off-campus internships.

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Academic Programs in the Department of Communication Studies

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Communication Studies

English Communication

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Visual Communication Design

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Master of Arts in Communication Studies

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Graduate Certificate in Public Communication, Public Policy and Public Leadership

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Graduate Certificate in Digital Communication

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